The Asteroids decline the Earth’s invitation:
As spirited maidens of the skies,
we are made to fly free thus,
untouched by the scorching hand of a union.
To agree to such gravitation is unwise.
We would be sure to lose part or all of us.
Our ruin is not worth such communion.
The Sun seeks, in its stardom,
beyond the asteroid belts to be proclaimed,
from here to there in a Milky Way.
We do not seek martyrdom,
or to be depleted and maimed!
So, we are heading the other way.
From the Kuiper belt amongst the stars
to the Oort cloud, we travel together as one.
Far and wide beyond the Milky Way,
and by the creator, greater stars,
we see there than your Sun.
On a single star’s side, we cannot stay.
As silver birds, we travel together,
In and out amongst the stars.
Near and far and wide,
as free fliers, we are happy forever,
amongst pulsars and quasars,
but never by them do we stay.
We slide down the rainbow
of planetary rings.
Our voyages afar are the envy of all.
With our tails aglow,
and fire for wings,
we are too far gone, to answer your call.
Celestial Conversations: Poem 10
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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal
Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.
Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.
Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.
Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.
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